Warning: following info is intended to supplement, not substitute since, expertise and judgment about your doctor. it should not be construed to indicate that use of drug is safe or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.

Clindamycin - topical

(klin-duh-my sin)

common brand names: Cleocin T, Clinda-Derm

Warning: this medication may be absorbed into the bloodstream & may rarely cause severe (in few cases, fatal) intestinal problems (pseudomembranous colitis). Consult you're doctor or physician for more details. Notify your physician immediately if you develop persistent diarrhea, abdominal or stomach pain, or blood/mucous in youre stool. your doctor will decide if you require other treatment. These symptoms may occur weeks after stopping use of this drug. don't use anti-diarrhea products or narcotic pain drugs if you have these symptoms. These products may make symptoms worse. your healthcare professional will monitor you closely while you are using this medication.

Clindets Usage: An antibiotic used to treat acne.

How to use Clindets: this drug must be used as directed. Clean & dry affected area before applying med. Avoid contact with eyes, nose, mouth or broken skin. If it occurs, rinse well with running water. do not use more often than prescribed.

Clindets side effects: this drug can cause dry, scaly or peeling skin, irritation or oiliness about skin. Contact youre healthcare professional if diarrhea or stomach pain occur. don't take any anti-diarrhea medications. Notify you're doctor of: skin rash, itching, redness or other irritation. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or physician.

Clindets Precautions: Although unlikely, clindamycin has been reported to be absorbed through skin in certain individuals. Therefore, before using this drug, tell your doctor if you have had: colitis or any gastrointestinal disease, liver disease, kidney disease, allergic reaction to clindamycin. women who pregnant or breast-feeding should inform their doctors.

Clindets tablet interactions: Before you use it med, tell you're healthcare professional about any other drugs you taking, including nonprescription drugs. do not start or stop any medicine without pharmacist or pharmacist approval.

Clindets Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. it medicine may be harmful if swallowed.

Clindets special notes: this drug has been prescribed for your current condition only. do not use it later for another infection or give it to someone else. a different medication may be necessary in those cases.

If you missed Clindets dose: If you should miss a dose of it medication, apply it as soon as remembered. If you do not remember until it is nearly time for next dose, skip missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule.

Clindets Storage: Store at room temperature away from sunlight.

Active Ingredients : Clindamycin